Copyright Policy

Copyright Policy for Spring Revolution Website

Effective Date: [01 February 2026]

This Copyright Policy governs the use of content on Spring Revolution Website (hereinafter referred to as “the Website”), a platform dedicated to raising awareness about the Spring Revolution in Myanmar.

Use and Sharing of Original Content:

We encourage the sharing and dissemination of information about the Spring Revolution. Therefore, unless otherwise stated, all original text content created by the Website’s authors and contributors (including articles, blog posts, website copy, and other written materials) is freely available for use and sharing under the following conditions:

Attribution: You must provide clear and conspicuous attribution to [mmspringrevolution.org] as the source of the content. This should include:
- A link back to the original article or page on our Website.
- A statement such as “Source[mmspringrevolution.org]” or “Originally published on[mmspringrevolution.org].”
Non-Commercial Use: While sharing is encouraged, commercial use of our original text content without prior written permission is prohibited. “Commercial use” includes, but is not limited to, using the content for advertising, marketing, or selling products or services.
No Modifications: You may not alter, adapt, or modify our original text content without our prior written permission. You may quote excerpts of reasonable length, provided proper attribution is given.

Use of Third-Party Content (Images and Videos):

The Website strives to use images and videos that are either:

Public Domain: Content explicitly marked as being in the public domain, meaning it is free for anyone to use for any purpose without restriction under copyright law.
Creative Commons Licensed: Content licensed under various Creative Commons licenses, which offer different levels of permissions for use, sharing, and adaptation. We will adhere to the specific terms of each Creative Commons license used, including attribution requirements. When using Creative Commons licensed material, we will clearly indicate the license type and provide attribution to the original creator.
Fair Use: In some cases, we may use copyrighted material under the principles of “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research. Fair use is a legal doctrine that allows limited use of copyrighted material without permission from the copyright holder. In determining fair use, we consider factors such as:
- The purpose and character of the use, including whether it is commercial or for nonprofit educational purposes.
- The nature of the copyrighted work.
- The amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole.
- The effect of the use upon the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work.

Attribution and Content Removal Requests (for Third-Party Content):

We make every effort to properly attribute all third-party content used on the Website. However, if you are the copyright owner of any photo, video, or other third-party content displayed on the Website and you have concerns, we offer the following options:

Full Credit: If you prefer, we are happy to provide prominent and clear attribution directly alongside the content, including your name, website, or other relevant information.
Content Removal: If you prefer that the content be removed from the Website entirely, we will promptly remove it upon receiving a valid request from you.

To request either full credit or content removal, please provide the following information:

Your contact information (name, email address, phone number).
Proof of copyright ownership (e.g., copyright registration certificate, original file with metadata).
A description of the content in question and its location on the Website (e.g., URL of the page).
A clear statement of your request (either full credit or removal).

Please send your request to: [info@mmspringrevolution.org].

Reporting Copyright Infringement (for other cases):

If you believe that any content on the Website other than content you own infringes someone else’s copyright, please notify us immediately by providing the following information:

Your contact information (name, email address, phone number).
A description of the copyrighted work you believe has been infringed.
A description of the infringing material on the Website, including its location.
A statement that you have a good-faith belief that the use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
A statement that the information in your notification is accurate, and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.

Please send your copyright infringement notice to: [info@mmspringrevolution.org].

Removal of Infringing Content:

Upon receipt of a valid copyright infringement notice, or a valid request from a copyright owner as described above, we will promptly investigate the claim and take appropriate action, which may include providing full credit, removing or disabling access to the material.

Changes to this Policy:

We reserve the right to modify this Copyright Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us:

If you have any questions about this Copyright Policy, please contact us at: [info@mmspringrevolution.org].